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Arq Cloud Backup

Backup software

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategorySystem Utilities
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version1.5.1Catalog version

What is Arq Cloud Backup?

Backup software

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask arq-cloud-backup
Official Website

How to Install Arq Cloud Backup on Mac

Follow these steps to install Arq Cloud Backup using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask arq-cloud-backup

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask arq-cloud-backup
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm arq-cloud-backup is installed, then try `arq-cloud-backup --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch Arq Cloud Backup

    Run `arq-cloud-backup` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Arq Cloud Backup

How do I install Arq Cloud Backup on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask arq-cloud-backup. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run arq-cloud-backup from Terminal.
Is Arq Cloud Backup free?
Yes, Arq Cloud Backup is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Arq Cloud Backup?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask arq-cloud-backup. Homebrew will remove Arq Cloud Backup and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to Arq Cloud Backup?
There are several system utilities apps available for macOS. Browse the System Utilities category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update Arq Cloud Backup to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask arq-cloud-backup in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does Arq Cloud Backup work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Arq Cloud Backup can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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